The quick nature of these hits has police theorizing that the burglar or burglars could be wearing backpacks or shoulder bags, and making fast getaways on a bicycle, according to residents. A professional burglar can be in and out within three minutes, police have told them.

Saturday’s incident brings the total number of reported burglaries since August to at least seven. Residents have been advised to make sure doors and windows are locked whenever they leave their homes.

Sunset Place in Morristown has been targeted by a daytime burglar, according to residents.